Printed Cotton-Polyester Batiste Cloth from Mexico
Fine, lightweight printed batiste fabric blending cotton mainly with <85% polyester staple fibers, weight not exceeding 170 g/m². Classified under HTS 5513.49.90.40 for printed batistes, used in lingerie, blouses, and dress linings for its soft, crisp hand. Excludes denser broadcloths per statistical notes.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
18.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Ensure lab certification for fineness; batiste must be finer than voile, often with higher yarn numbers
• Declare printing method (roller/screen/digital) to confirm it's 'printed' vs yarn-dyed, preventing shift to 5513.41
• Watch for weight creep during finishing; humidity can affect g/m² measurement at customs